Six months after a critical shutdown due to rebel advances, Uganda has officially reopened its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), signaling a potential turning point in the region’s volatile security landscape. The border closures at Bunagana and Ishasha in North Kivu province were triggered by the M23…
Haiti is witnessing an alarming surge in violence, as gang activity intensifies and spreads far beyond the capital, Port-au-Prince, into rural areas where government control is virtually non-existent. A new report released by the United Nations details a grim escalation that began in October 2024 and has continued unabated through…
In a significant diplomatic move, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan welcomed Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to Ankara on Friday for a high-level meeting centered on strengthening bilateral ties and enhancing regional cooperation, with a key focus on counterterrorism efforts. The closed-door discussions at the Presidential Complex come at a…
Rwandan President Paul Kagame hosted former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta at Urugwiro Village on Friday in a high-level meeting focused on advancing regional peace in the troubled eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Kenyatta, who serves as a facilitator for the DRC peace process under both the East African Community…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has issued a strong rebuke against what he termed as unconstitutional efforts to topple the Kenya Kwanza government, warning that any attempts to incite violence or destabilize the country will be met with firm resistance. Speaking during a women’s empowerment event in Emurwa Dikirr Constituency, Narok…
President William Ruto has reappointed former East African Court of Justice judge Charles Nyachae as Chairperson of the Kenya School of Government (KSG) for a new three-year term. The announcement was made through a Gazette notice published on Friday, confirming Nyachae’s continued leadership at KSG effective immediately. Nyachae, a respected…
Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has announced that the opposition is compiling evidence to submit a case against President William Ruto at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague. The accusations focus on alleged human rights abuses during anti-government protests, including excessive police force, abductions,…
Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique has challenged his squad to cap what he describes as the “best season in the club’s history” by securing victory in the inaugural 32-team FIFA Club World Cup final against Chelsea on Sunday. The clash, set to unfold at the MetLife Stadium, offers PSG…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has strongly rejected ODM leader Raila Odinga’s recent proposal for a national dialogue, dismissing it as a recycled tactic that has historically failed to produce meaningful outcomes. Gachagua’s remarks come in response to Odinga’s suggestion for a “national conclave” — a platform for civic engagement…
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to reviving Kenya’s coffee sector through a bold expansion strategy, significant financial investment, and targeted reforms. Speaking at a sensitization forum held at Kinamba trading centre in Laikipia County, Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya announced plans to inject billions into the coffee subsector as…